困っている旅行者に話しかけてみよう

Speaking to a tourist who is having some trouble.
あなたは困っている様子の旅行者達を見つけました。
地図やスマートフォンを見ながらキョロキョロしている人や、体調が悪そうな外国人旅行者に、こちらから声をかけてあげられるようになれば、相手も喜ぶし、あなたの英語力もさらに鍛えられますよ。
Oh gee.
 
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Oh gee.

Excuse me, may I help you? Do you understand English?

自然な表現

Excuse me, may I help you? Do you understand English?

1. Here is an alternative expression: "give you a hand".
Yes, thank you. I speak English, I am from the USA and it is my first time here. I am trying to find the ferry terminal. Do you know where it is?

I understand. I think you are heading for Takeshiba ferry terminal, right? The ferry terminal is five minutes' walk from here. Which destination are you planning to go? There are four lines, so I'll show you around.

自然な表現

I understand. I think you're heading for the Takeshiba ferry terminal, right? The ferry terminal is five minutes' walk from here. Which destination are you planning to go to? There are four lines, so I'll show you around.

1. It is common to use contracted verb forms in everyday conversations.
2. It is common to use the definite article with specific places like stations or terminals.
3. You need to use a word that indicates a destination.
Yes, that's right. I'm planning to take the ferry to Oshima. Thank you for offering to show me the correct line. Is there anything interesting to see near the terminal while we walk?

Unfortunately, there is nothing interesting to see on our way. However, if you have enough time to the departure, I recommend you visiting Hama Detached Palace Garden or Tokyo Tower.

自然な表現

Unfortunately, there's nothing interesting to see on our way. However, if you have enough time before the departure, I recommend  visiting Hama Detached Palace Garden or Tokyo Tower.

1. It is common to use contracted verb forms in everyday conversations.
2. You are talking about the remaining time, so this is a more suitable word choice.
3. The verb "to recommend" should not be followed by the indirect object.
Thank you for the recommendations! I’d love to visit Hama Detached Palace Garden if I have enough time before the ferry. Tokyo Tower also sounds exciting. Which place would you recommend for a first time visitor?

I suggest Hama Detached Palace Garden if you prefer the traditional Japanese style. It has near 400 years history. But I myself prefer Tokyo Tower. It has been a symbol of Tokyo and it was the symbol of the recovery from the World War Two. As it's sunny toda, I'll see the view of whole Tokyo city very well and you could also see Mt. Fuji from the tower.

自然な表現

I suggest Hama Detached Palace Garden if you prefer the traditional Japanese style. It has nearly 400 years of history. Still, I myself prefer Tokyo Tower. It's been a symbol of Tokyo and its recovery from  World War Two. As it's sunny today, you'll see the view of whole Tokyo  very well and you could also see Mt. Fuji from the tower.

1. You are using this word to say "approximately", so you should use the adverb.
2. You need to use a preposition to connect two nouns.
3. Avoid starting sentences using the conjunction "but".
4. It is common to use contracted verb forms in everyday conversations.
5. Avoid repeating same words in single sentences if possible.
6. World War Two does not require the article.
7. This is the proper way to spell this word.
8. You are talking generally, so it is better to say "you".
9. This part is redundant as it is implied from the context.
Thank you for explaining the history of both places. Tokyo Tower sounds especially appealing on such a clear day, with views of Tokyo and possibly Mt. Fuji. What would you recommend I see at Hama Detached Palace Garden?

To tell the truth, I've never been to Hama Detached Palace Garden before. As it's famous for its pond, you could enjoy seeing it.

自然な表現

To tell the truth, I've never been to Hama Detached Palace Garden before. As it's famous for its pond, you could enjoy seeing it.

1. Here is an alternative expression: "to be frank".
  • be lost(道に迷った)
  • direction(方向)
  • problem(問題)
  • stranger(その場所に不慣れな人)
  • help(助ける)
  • Are you lost?(道に迷ったのですか?)
  • Excuse me?(すみません。)
  • Can I help you?(お困りですか?)
  • Could you say that again?(もう一度言っていただけますか?)
  • You're welcome.(どういたしまして)

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